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Nov 22, 2012 | 12:35 PM

ryanelwood

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Now that I have my truck issues taken care of, what are some upgrades/modifications that I should do to my truck?

BTW, this truck has 273xxx miles on it so if you guys have any ideas of mechanical things I should look into that would greatly be appreciated!

I want to make this truck amazing, and reliable for me for years to come.

Nov 22, 2012 | 03:20 PM

glovemeister

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3inch down pipe, 4 inch or bigger exhaust.
6637 mod
E-fuel
Term 500
Stage 1's or 2's
Good chip

OUght to get you started haha.

Nov 22, 2012 | 08:46 PM

oldbird1965

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intercooler and 140v IDM in addition to what Glove said. Gauges are a must. If auto get a good cooler.

Nov 23, 2012 | 08:49 AM

fordman67

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And a good torque converter!

Nov 23, 2012 | 03:24 PM

Mr.Dilac7.3

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Also, I would look into getting the trand rebuilt when you do all the engine modifications. Look at getting Kevlar clutches, a set of steel planetary gears instead of the aluminum ones in the autos now. A bigger valve body would do wonders as well.

Dec 1, 2012 | 07:47 PM

ryanelwood

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Most of what you guys have said I know what your talking about. But, what is "Term 500" and how do I set up for electric fuel?? Also what does a 140v IDM do for me?

Dec 1, 2012 | 08:01 PM

fordman67

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Term 500= terminator engineering built high pressure oil pump. Model T500...efuel.do a search there many ways to accomplish that.

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Dec 1, 2012 | 09:19 PM

glovemeister

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Cheaper options are available, but it is a nice kit.

Dec 1, 2012 | 09:22 PM

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oldbird1965

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Little cheaper at Irate Diesel.

Dec 1, 2012 | 09:46 PM

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fordpride

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Before modding make sure your truck is in top running condition. Some mods like a chip can hide a little issue till it turn into a big problem

Dec 1, 2012 | 09:53 PM

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ryanelwood

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As far as I know it rums like it should, as long as my GPR doesn't go out again! But at 273900 its hard to say that, seems like everytime I fix a problem another one arises. But yes you are 100% correct, I really don't want to have to rebuild the engine, or get a different truck